Here are this week’s top five most-clicked stories from MHA’s News Roundup newsletter.
Johns Hopkins’ Virtual Nursing ‘Delivers Sustainable Value’
Healthcare IT News, by Bill Siwicki
Johns Hopkins Health System’s virtual nursing program is helping ease the burden on bedside staff by shifting tasks like admissions, discharge planning, and patient education to experienced nurses working remotely. April Saathoff, DNP, RN, vice president and chief nursing information officer, says the model strengthens care by improving patient flow, safety, and communication while giving bedside nurses more time for direct patient care.
David Nevins Interviews Craig Carmichael, President, Northwest Hospital
Citybiz, by David Nevins
As President and COO of Northwest Hospital, part of the LifeBridge Health System, Craig leads a team of over 1,500 caregivers at a facility that has been serving the northwest Baltimore community for over six decades.
Medical Leaders Break Ground on Women’s Health Pavilion in Prince George’s
NBC Washington, by Dominique Moody
Luminis Health has broken ground on a new Women’s Health Pavilion in Prince George’s County, expanding access to maternal and women’s health services. The new facility will bring comprehensive, patient-centered care closer to home for women and families in the community.
Comptroller Report Reveals Steep Challenges Facing Maryland’s Healthcare Industry
Maryland Matters, by Danielle J. Brown
Health care and social assistance is Maryland’s largest industry, employing about 427,000 people and adding 51,000 jobs since 2022, but new findings show a growing strain on the workforce. Challenges include an aging workforce, staffing shortages, and potential federal funding cuts as demand for care continues to rise.
The No. 1 Financial Lever Systems Are Leaning on in 2026
Becker’s Hospital Review, by Madeline Scheetz
Hospitals and health systems are facing growing financial pressure in 2026, driven by rising labor costs, reimbursement uncertainty, and more complex patient needs. Leaders, including Noel Sousa of the University of Maryland Medical System, are focusing on strategies like strengthening revenue cycle operations and using AI to stretch resources and support the workforce.
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